Death Certificates

A Certified Death Certificate is necessary to help settle estate matters. With the family's help, the Funeral Director will help complete the death certificate, obtain the doctor's signature, and file the document with the local registrar. From there, certified copies can be ordered.

First the Funeral Director will gather information required for the death certificate. This includes:

Full Name and Address

Marital Status

Race/Ethnicity

Date and City of Birth

Highest Level of Education

Father’s Name, Mother’s Name (including maiden name)

Marital Status

Name of Spouse (if married)

Occupation and Employer

Veteran status- DD-214, Separation of Service Form

Social Security Number

Death Certificates may be required for:

Account Statements

Beneficiary Designations

Life Insurance Policies

Real Estate Deeds

Car and Boat Deeds

Stock and Bond Certificates

Loans and Leases

Copies for Bills (Water, Cable, Phone etc.)

Last Will

Tax Returns

about us

The Willard H. Scott Funeral Home has been honored to serve the Webster community and the surrounding area for over 60 years. We remain dedicated to those we serve, providing compassion and guidance during one of life’s most difficult times.